Britain's Most Desperate Celebs: The Stars Who Court the Press
The Desperate Celebrities: A League Table of Shame
In an industry where fame is fleeting and attention spans are shorter than a Kardashian's temper, some celebrities will stop at nothing to stay in the spotlight. And we're not just talking about those pesky paparazzi who won't leave them alone.
From reality TV stars to pop princesses, these A-list wannabes have resorted to desperate measures to keep their names in lights. We've got a list of the top 10 most shameless celebrities who will do anything - and we mean anything - to stay relevant.
1. Katie Price: The Queen of Desperation
At the top of our list is none other than Katie Price, the infamous Page 3 girl turned reality TV queen. With a career spanning three decades, Katie has mastered the art of playing the press like a fiddle. She's had multiple bankruptcies, sold her OnlyFans feet pictures, and even got a Brazilian Butt Lift during her lunch break. What won't she do to stay in the headlines?
2. Lily Allen: The Singer Turned Selfie Queen
Lily Allen may have started out as a talented singer-songwriter, but after a string of scandals, including a secret boob job and a stint on OnlyFans, she's become more infamous than famous. Her team claims she's difficult to work with, and sources close to the singer reveal she'll do anything for attention - even if it means posting embarrassing photos online.
3. Lizzie Cundy: The WAG Who Won't Quit
Lizzie Cundy is a WAG turned TV personality who refuses to fade into obscurity. She's been documented every step of the way, from partying with her A-list friends to flaunting her body on social media. Her mantra? "If you want to stay relevant, keep reinventing yourself." We're not sure if that's advice or a cry for help.
4. Tallia Storm: The Popstar Who Won't Give Up
Tallia Storm is the Scottish popstar who's been trying to make it big for over a decade. Despite her parents' efforts to push her into stardom, she's yet to find success - which hasn't stopped her from trying everything in her power to get noticed. From reality TV shows to provocative social media posts, Tallia is the poster child for desperation.
5. Lottie Moss: The Supermodel's Wild Child
Lottie Moss is the youngest sister of supermodel Kate Moss and has been trying to follow in her footsteps for years. But instead of finding fame through modeling or talent, she's resorted to embarrassing herself in public - like that infamous bin bag incident at Chiltern Firehouse. And let's not forget her OnlyFans account and podcast series where she dishes about her tumultuous dating life.
6. Ella Morgan: The Transgender Celebrity Who Won't Quit
Ella Morgan is the transgender celebrity who rose to fame on Love Island before trying to make it big in reality TV. Unfortunately, her antics have become more cringeworthy than endearing - like that time she got kicked out of a BAFTA after-party for not having an invitation. Still, she's determined to stay relevant, even if it means signing up for cringe gigs left and right.
7. Ekin Su Cülcüloğlu: The Love Island Star Who Fell from Grace
Ekin Su was once the darling of reality TV, winning Love Island in 2022 and securing a massive brand deal with fashion site Oh Polly. But after her tumultuous relationship with Davide Sanclimenti ended, she fell off the radar - until she appeared on Celebrity Big Brother and caused drama left and right. Now she's trying to claw her way back into the spotlight by returning to Love Island All Stars.
8. Curtis Pritchard: The Boxer Turned Reality TV Star
Curtis Pritchard is the boxer-turned-reality-TV-star who became famous on Love Island before trying his hand at boxing. Unfortunately, his antics have become more embarrassing than impressive - like that time he got caught dancing the cha-cha-cha in Battersea Power Station to promote Lipton Ice Tea. Still, he's determined to stay relevant, even if it means signing up for cringe gigs left and right.
9. Pete Wicks: The TOWIE Star Who Won't Quit
Pete Wicks is the TOWIE star who rose to fame on the hit reality TV show before trying his hand at other ventures - like signing up for Strictly Come Dancing. Unfortunately, his antics have become more cringeworthy than impressive - like that time he tried to stage a fake romance with Sarah Corrin, Nick Pickard's girlfriend. Still, he's determined to stay relevant, even if it means playing the press like a fiddle.
10. Danny Jones: The McFly Frontman Who Fell from Grace
Danny Jones is the McFly frontman who rose to fame in the early 2000s before trying his hand at reality TV - and getting caught cheating on his wife Maura Higgins with I'm A Celebrity co-star Emily Head. Now he's trying to salvage his reputation by reuniting McFly for a nationwide tour, but it's clear his squeaky-clean image is long gone.
There you have it - the top 10 most desperate celebrities in showbusiness today. Who will do anything and everything to stay relevant?
